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Can You Grow Kiwi in Minnesota?
US · USDA Zone 4a · zones 2b, 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b
Kiwis need a long frost-free season and both sexes to fruit — without a male vine there's no fruit.
Plant zones
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Minnesota first frost
Days to harvest
About Kiwi
Kiwi (hardy or fuzzy) is a vigorous fruiting vine that produces loads of sweet-tart fruit — but you need both male and female plants and a sturdy support.
Plant one male for every 6-8 female vines on a strong trellis. Prune hard in winter and summer to control vigor. Hardy kiwis (Actinidia arguta) crop in 3-5 years.
Gardening in Minnesota
Minnesota has a cold humid continental climate. The Twin Cities are Zone 4b-5a; northern Minnesota reaches Zone 2b-3a. Cold winters but warm productive summers.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Kiwi in Minnesota?
Kiwis need a long frost-free season and both sexes to fruit — without a male vine there's no fruit.
What zone is Minnesota?
Minnesota spans USDA Zone 4a (2b, 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b).
When do you plant Kiwis in Minnesota?
See the planting guide for Kiwi — timing depends on your exact frost date.